Melissa provides a warm and compassionate environment in which her clients feel comfortable and safe to explore and develop. Melissa combines her knowledge from her course work and training with her varied life experiences to help her clients identify where they are stuck and to collaborate with them on a path to personal growth and fulfillment.

Melissa received a BA from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA from New York University. Melissa worked in consulting and marketing for many years before deciding to focus on raising her children and volunteering for many non-profit organizations within the community. When the timing felt right, Melissa decided to pursue her dream of being a therapist, receiving her MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from Fairfield University. Melissa has worked for multiple agencies in Bridgeport, Stamford and Westport with a variety of clients of diverse backgrounds. Melissa works with couples, families, and individuals in all stages of life. Melissa has received additional training and/or certification in complex trauma, grief, and couples’ enrichment programs.

Melissa has been married for 27 years, has 3 young adult children and is happiest spending time with her family. Melissa enjoys the outdoors, traveling, the performing arts and planning events with family and friends